Samantha Villegas is a unique public relations professional with an academic background in environmental science. As a manager, Samantha was always mentoring, and inspiring her team to utilize, and develop their skills by involving them in strategic planning activities and providing personal support in the implementation of communications plans, and related tasks. These qualities motivated our regional communications team members to be invested in the success of the plans designed to address challenges to American Water’s reputation and business operations. Samantha’s dual industry knowledge, positive attitude, and integrity earned her respect from both her team members, and management at every level in the organization.